Flames Talk

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon open up the Flames Talk Mailbag for a full hour of listener questions as the NHL regular season enters its final week. With only two games remaining on the schedule and locker clean-out set for Friday, the guys dive into everything on the minds of the fanbase. The conversation covers expectations for the upcoming offseason, potential draft lottery scenarios, and the strategy behind the team's final roster recall. Whether it is looking ahead to the 2026 NHL Draft or debating which young players have done enough to earn a permanent spot for next year, the guys clear out the text line to get you ready for the off-season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by Flames colour voice Meaghan Mikkelson to break down the heavy workload for Zayne Parekh, who logged a career-high 23:49 against Utah on Sunday. The guys discuss Parekh's massive strides over the last six weeks and what that development means for his role heading into next season. They also look at Connor Zary's game-winning effort, and Ryan Strome's comments on Zary’s growth! (29:16) On the Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills, the crew shifts the focus to the blueline following Brayden Pachal’s first career three-point night. They evaluate how Pachal has handled a challenging season and the value he provides in his specific role. Plus, they check in on Aydar Suniev after he picked up his first NHL point! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Pat Steinberg hosts the Flames Talk Postgame Show from the Hot Stove Lounge following the Flames' 4-1 victory over the Utah Mammoth. Ryan Strome and Trent Cull join the show live, and we hear from inside the locker room as Head Coach Ryan Huska, Brayden Pachal, Dustin Wolf, and Aydar Suniev address the media. Plus, we take your calls and texts to break down all the action! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Pat Steinberg hosts the Flames Talk Postgame Show from PowerPlay following the Flames' 4-1 loss to the Seattle Kraken. Meaghan Mikkelson joins the show live to share their thoughts and makes her choice for the hardest-working Flame. We also hear from inside the locker room as head coach Ryan Huska, Zach Whitecloud, and Hunter Brzustewicz address the media. Plus, we take your calls and texts to break down all the action! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On the latest episode of the Flames Alumni Krahnicles, we're chatting with former Flames assistant coach Rich Preston! Listen in as Rich chats with Flames Alumni members Brent Krahn and Colin Patterson about his early playing career growing in Regina, Saskatchewan! Hosted by Pat Steinberg, Rich talks about his time playing in the World Hockey Association and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for another edition of the Eric Francis Hour! Pat and Eric reflect on the reality of the Flames being mathematically eliminated for the fourth consecutive year. While the postseason is out of reach, the guys argue why this is anything but a "lost season." From the emergence of Devin Cooley and Hunter Brzustewicz to the leadership of Mikael Backlund during a total roster overhaul, they identify the silver linings that suggest the "mushy middle" is finally in the rearview mirror. (31:58) The conversation continues with a deeper look at the Flames' recent signing spree. With Wiebe, Gross, and Castagna all locked up, the guys discuss the growing confidence in the front office's ability to recruit and sign their top collegiate prospects. They look at the remaining "to-do" list for Conroy—including the status of Ethan Wyttenbach and Cole Reschny—and explain why the next few months will be critical for the trajectory of this rebuild.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon break down a pivotal night for the youth movement following Thursday’s loss in Colorado. The headline news is official: Abram Wiebe has signed his entry-level deal and is slated to make his NHL debut Saturday in Seattle. The guys discuss the tidy work by GM Craig Conroy to get this deal over the line and what Wiebe brings to a depleted blueline. They also celebrate the emergence of Tyson Gross, who notched his first NHL goals against the Avalanche, and analyze Zayne Parekh’s most dominant performance of the season—logging nearly 18 minutes against Colorado. (33:17) Daily Flames Roundtable: Alongside Derek Wills, the crew reacts to Ryan Lomberg’s hilarious guest appearance on the broadcast and debates his long-term future in Calgary. They also look ahead to the final stop of the road trip in Seattle, where the Kraken are reeling after the departure of Ron Francis. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Pat Steinberg hosts the Flames Talk Postgame Show following the Flames' 3-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche.  Meaghan Mikkelson joins the show live to share her thoughts and makes her choice for the hardest-working Flame. We also hear from inside the locker room as head coach Ryan Huska, Tyson Gross, and Dustin Wolf address the media. Plus, we take your calls and texts to break down all the action! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour two of Flames Talk, goaltending expert Kevin Woodley joins Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon to break down the success of the Flames' goaltending department that continues to identify and build strong goaltenders in the NHL. Kevin dives into the perspective of Devin Cooley's mindset after facing ten shots in OT on Tuesday. Plus a look at the biggest stories around the NHL tandems, including Colorado, Nashville, and LA.  (23:22) To wrap up the show, Calgary Hitmen head coach Dustin Friesen joins the show as his team prepares for round 2 of the WHL playoffs against the Medicine Hat Tigers. Dustin shares his thoughts on his first season behind the bench and how his team has grown together and personally over the season.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon prepare for the final week of the season and the final five games of the week before locker clean-out day. The guys give their five biggest questions for the Flames as they enter the final stretch of games, including roster decisions, Martin Pospisil's future as a Flame, and when Abram Wiebe signs his entry-level deal. (29:47) On the Daily Flames Roundtable, Derek Wills joins Pat and Logan to discuss the future of Olli Maatta as a member of the Flames and what to expect in game 800 for the veteran blueliner. Plus, they explore the opportunity for the Flames to face Colorado for a second time on the season-long road trip.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon break down Tuesday's overtime loss to the Dallas Stars that mathematically eliminates them from the playoffs. After losing Kevin Bahl in the first period to a lower-body injury, the guys discuss the best plan for the remainder of the season, who comes into the lineup, and whether to leave the last recall for Rory Kerins.  (26:33) Pat is joined by our Pacific Division Insider, Jonathan Davis, to spin around the biggest stories in the division, including the three-way race for top spot, the postseason hopes for the Kings, Ron Francis stepping down in the Kraken organziation and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by NHL Insider Frank Seravalli to break down the hottest topics around the league and right here in Calgary. They discuss the Flames' year for Calgary after being officially eliminated from the playoffs and the work done by GM Craig Conroy to shape the future of the team. Frank also weighs in on the two major coaching changes in the NHL, with less than two weeks to go in the regular season, the firing of Tom Fitzgerald as GM of the Devils, and the signing of James Hagens with the Boston Bruins. Plus, a preview of the Frozen Four in the NCAA tournament from Vegas. (25:07) On the Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills and Logan Gordon, the crew discusses the growth of Zayne Parekh as an everyday NHL defenceman after playing in his twelfth consecutive game. What does the plan for the final five games of the season for Parekh look like, and will there be another load management game? Additionally, the guys break down Aydar Suniev's first game of the season and compare it to his NHL debut. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Pat Steinberg hosts the Flames Talk Postgame Show following the Flames' 4-3 OT loss to the Dallas Stars. Logan Gordon and Meaghan Mikkelson join the show live to share their thoughts, and Meaghan makes her choice for the hardest-working Flame. We also hear from inside the locker room as head coach Ryan Huska, Joel Farabee, and Olli Maatta address the media. Plus, we take your calls and texts to break down all the action! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour two of Flames Talk, it’s all about the pipeline as Ray Edwards, Flames Director of Player Development, joins the show! With the Frozen Four kicking off in Vegas, Edwards provides a progress report on the organization's top collegiate talent, including Cole Reschny’s standout freshman season at Michigan and the growth of Cade Littler and Eric Jamieson. Ray also discusses the impact of Brent Seabrook on the development staff and how the new NCAA landscape is shifting the Flames' strategy for their prospects. (24:15) Fresh off being named AHL Player of the Week, forward Rory Kerins joins Pat and Logan. Kerins breaks down his incredible return from injury—racking up eight points in just three games—and opens up about the mental grind of a month-long layoff. He shares his perspective on the Wranglers' challenging season under a new head coach and discusses his mindset regarding a potential late-season NHL recall as he waits for his next opportunity with the big club. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon take a deep dive into the most overhauled position on the roster: the blueline. With foundational pillars like MacKenzie Weegar and Rasmus Andersson traded away, and Joel Hanley sidelined for the year, the guys look at the current defensive landscape. They evaluate the long-term fit of Kevin Bahl, the veteran stability provided by Zach Whitecloud and Olli Maatta, and where Brayden Pachal fits into the puzzle. (29:49) On the Daily Flames Roundtable with Alongside Derek Wills, the guys preview tonight’s matchup in Dallas! They discuss what they want to see from Aydar Suniev as he makes his highly anticipated season debut against the Stars and debate why a loaded Dallas team has struggled to get over the hump in recent playoff runs. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by  Meaghan Mikkelson to discuss the "no-pressure" environment for the team vs. the high-stakes individual pressure on Morgan Frost as he auditions for a long-term role. They also highlight the "extra sweet" milestone for Ryan Strome, who notched his 500th career point against his former team in Anaheim, and the deceptive skill of Joel Farabee since arriving in Calgary. (25:31) On the Daily Flames Roudntable with Derek Wills, the guys tackle the Martin Pospisil conundrum: How do the Flames bottle up his high-energy style to ensure it shows up on a nightly basis? They also play a game of "20-Goal Scorer vs. Guy Who Scored 20 Goals" with Morgan Frost, debating if his current production is a career outlier or the new standard for the Flames' center. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon discuss the accelerating youth movement in Calgary. With Aydar Suniev officially recalled and set to make his NHL debut Tuesday night in Dallas, the guys break down the 21-year-old’s impressive second half in the AHL and what a successful "runway" looks like for him. They also look at the red-hot Rory Kerins, who was named AHL Player of the Week after a massive seven-point weekend, and debate how soon we’ll see him—and potentially Abram Wiebe—join the big club. (29:32) Brad Curle, the voice of the Calgary Hitmen, joins the show to recap a historic first round that saw Ethan Moore score four consecutive game-winning goals. They discuss the impact of captain Axel Hurtig’s new entry-level deal and look ahead to a potential second-round matchup against either Prince Albert or Medicine Hat. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Pat Steinberg hosts the Flames Talk Postgame Show from the Molson Canadian Flames Watch Party at The Unicorn following the Flames' 5-3 victory over the Anaheim Ducks. Meaghan Mikkelson joins the show live to share their thoughts and makes her choice for the hardest-working Flame. We also hear from inside the locker room as head coach Ryan Huska, Morgan Frost, Joel Farabee, and Ryan Strome address the media. Plus, we take your calls and texts to break down all the action! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On the latest episode of the Flames Alumni Krahnicles, we're continuing our chat with former Flames forward Mike Eaves! Listen in as Mike chats with Flames Alumni members Brent Krahn and Colin Patterson about his three seasons with the Flames and the run to the 1986 Stanley Cup Final! Hosted by Pat Steinberg, Mike also discusses his life after the NHL and a whole lot more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.  https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour two of Flames Talk, it's another editino of The Eric Francis Hour! Pat Steinberg and Eric Francis share their exclusive first-hand impressions of Scotia Place. Following a private tour of the new facility, they detail the incredible sightlines, the state-of-the-art dressing room area, and the unique "fan-first" features like the public food hall and outdoor watch party spaces. With only 45 home games left in the historic Scotiabank Saddledome, the guys reflect on the bittersweet transition to Calgary’s next great hockey barn. (26:57) The conversation continues with observations from the current road trip, including the return of Zach Whitecloud to Vegas and the impressive recent play of Zayne Parekh. Eric and Pat also revisit Devin Cooley’s appearance on After Hours and what it revealed about the goaltender’s future in the organization.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.